Analysis of Zipper Export in Foreign Trade

2025,05,09

Export market performance and regional demand

Global market resilience and structural differentiation

In 2023, China's Zipper export value reached 1.661 billion US dollars, a year-on-year decrease of 5.52%. However, sub-categories such as resin zippers performed outstandingly. In 2024, the export value of resin closed-end zippers increased by 12% year-on-year, and it is expected that the average annual growth rate will reach 15% in the next five years. The export price of metal zippers fluctuates significantly. In 2023, the average export price of metal zippers was 0.52 US dollars per meter, a decrease of 8.99% compared to 2022, but still higher than the level in 2021, indicating the resilience of high-end market demand.

Southeast Asia and South Asia dominate the market demand

Vietnam, Cambodia, Bangladesh and other Southeast Asian and South Asian countries account for over 60% of China's zipper exports. In 2023, the export value to Vietnam reached 233 million US dollars (up 6.42% year-on-year), and the export value to Cambodia was 119 million US dollars (up 10.34% year-on-year), becoming the core growth poles. The expansion of the local textile and garment contract manufacturing industry has driven demand. For instance, the growth of Cambodia's garment exports has led to a sharp increase in orders for zippers. In 2023, Cambodia's export ranking to Cambodia rose from the fifth place to the second.

The potential of emerging markets has been unleashed

In the Middle East and Africa, countries such as Egypt and Saudi Arabia have a strong demand for wide-width cartons and load-bearing zippers. In 2023, China's exports to Egypt increased by 12.14%, and metal zippers accounted for more than 60% of infrastructure projects. Infrastructure projects in African countries such as Nigeria and Kenya have increased, and the export of zippers for building materials packaging has grown by 18% year-on-year.

Russia: After the Russia-Ukraine conflict, market demand has picked up. In 2023, China's zipper exports to Russia reached 51 million US dollars, increasing by 12.14% year-on-year. Metal zippers and nylon zippers were dominant.

The trend of high-end and customized development in the European and American markets

The demand for custom-printed zippers among American consumers has soared. The search volume for "Custom Zipper" increased by 25% in 2025, and the premium space for metal zippers with brand logos reached 30% during Black Friday. Influenced by the "Sustainable and Circular Textiles Strategy", the demand for eco-friendly zippers in the EU market has risen. In 2023, the export volume of zippers certified by OEKO-TEX increased by 15% year-on-year, and the order volume of recycled zippers of Weixing Co., Ltd. increased by four times.

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